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Reply #60 posted 02/20/02 5:39am

billysparxxx

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As a man who also lost both parents, my prayers are with you.
Life my azz muthafucka, dis is a bitness!!

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Reply #61 posted 02/20/02 5:44am

npgsmfc

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Prince, my thoughts are with you.

I know how you feel man.
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"And when the show is finally finished I be taking my bow, my name is Young and yo I got know how, you know what I'm sayin'?"
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Reply #62 posted 02/20/02 5:55am

EllisDee

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wow.... what a depressing two weeks.... last week we lost waylon... this week, prince's mom... hmmm....
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Reply #63 posted 02/20/02 6:02am

lemoncrush78

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Rest in Peace!!!

Our thoughts are with U Prince
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Reply #64 posted 02/20/02 6:07am

Jehan

Very sorry to hear of your loss, are feelings are with you...

God and Time are synonymous... in Time, God reveals all things...
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Reply #65 posted 02/20/02 6:08am

Handclapsfinga
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pretty touchin 2 me, since i lost my mom at an early age. rest in peace, mattie....sad
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Reply #66 posted 02/20/02 6:09am

XxAxX

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sincerest condolences, prince
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Reply #67 posted 02/20/02 6:12am

Shorty

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oh no! truly sad...my prayers are with you Prince! I'm so sorry sad
"not a fan" falloff yeah...ok
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Reply #68 posted 02/20/02 6:26am

jedipadawan

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I truly believe that death is not the end. Mattie is now in a place where she will not have to suffer. It sounds like the last few months of her life she had numerous health problems, and was in constant pain. Now she will feel only the warm embrace of God.
jedi

Do not hurry yourself in your spirit to become offended, for the taking of offense is what rests in the bosom of the stupid ones. (Ecclesiastes 7:9)
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Reply #69 posted 02/20/02 6:32am

Ora

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eye also lost my dad Jan 2000...sad
Wish U Heaven..
Until the new dawn..peace,prayers..
omg Trip Like I Do..!
Another world...another time...in the age of wonder.
Another world...another time...this land was green and good...until the crystal cracked..!
guess..didn't know ya.
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Reply #70 posted 02/20/02 6:33am

Splash

I'm so very sorry. I love you P. sad
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Reply #71 posted 02/20/02 6:48am

NuPowarHabibi

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Sometimes it snows..in April
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Reply #72 posted 02/20/02 7:14am

andoverbrown

What a lady. I was representing her in a totally unrelated lawsuit. When our firm asked, as we always do, if she had any children, she replied "Four...all grown adults living on their own." I never thought twice.

I had absolutely no idea this woman was the mother of the greatest artist of all time. Life can be a little odd sometimes.

My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
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Reply #73 posted 02/20/02 7:15am

maharet

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According to Channel 9's Robyn R, Prince's mom, passed away last Friday.

[Thanks lmwp for the update & link below... --Ben]

http://www.startribune.co...36303.html

{{{Mattie Baker, 68, mother of singer Prince, dies
Jon Bream
Star Tribune

Published Feb 20, 2002
Mattie Baker, the mother of rock star Prince and a longtime social worker in the Minneapolis public school system, died Friday at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina. She was 68. }}}

Her husband, Hayward Baker, said Tuesday that she had been hospitalized for a couple of months, and that she had had a kidney transplant three or four years ago.

"She had gobs of friends," her husband said. "It'll be a big funeral -- five or six limousines."

Baker earned a master's degree in social work from the University of Minnesota and spent more than 20 years as a social worker at Edison, Franklin, Harrison and other Minneapolis schools. She retired about five years ago.

"She loved working with children," said her daughter, Tyka Nelson.

Wayne Jensen, who worked with Baker at the Harrison Education Center, recalls how wonderful she was when making home visits. "One time there was a parent actually drinking mouthwash," he recalled. "She confronted the parent about how they were taking care of their student. I've never seen anyone like her who could, in a tactful way, talk about caring for their child."

Born Mattie Shaw, she was a singer who joined the Prince Roger Trio in the 1950s. She married the group's keyboardist, John Nelson, quit the band and had two children, Prince and Tyka. After divorcing Nelson, she married Baker 34 years ago, and they had a son, Omarr. They lived in a suburban Minneapolis house that Prince bought for them about 15 years ago.

Members of Prince's organization remember his mom showing up for the big events, such as Twin Cities concerts, his first wedding in 1996 and the premiere of the film "Purple Rain" in Hollywood in 1984.

"I can't believe all the stars," she gushed to the Star Tribune at the premiere as she walked into Mann's Chinese Theater, where Eddie Murphy, Morgan Fairchild, Christopher Reeve and others had turned out.

The quasi-autobiographical movie depicted a tempestuous relationship between the mother and father of the lead character, played by Prince. One of the film's songs, the hit "When Doves Cry," referred to Prince's parents: "Maybe I'm just like my father -- too bold/Maybe you're just like my mother/She's never satisfied."

At John Nelson's funeral in August 2001, Baker was in a wheelchair. She had arthritis in addition to kidney problems, Hayward Baker said.

In addition to her husband and children, survivors include her twin sister, Edna, of Las Vegas, and two grandchildren.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Zion Baptist Church in north Minneapolis.








Oh first his dad then his mom, so sorry Prince, my condolences!
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Reply #74 posted 02/20/02 7:23am

brianr54

Wow, what a sad couple of years for Prince. I hope his faith can get him through.
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Reply #75 posted 02/20/02 7:35am

dudley

Prince,

I very sorry to hear about your mom. I lost my parents sometime ago and there's not a day I don't think about them. You hang it there and let the cries out!

Your biggest fan!
Kym Dudley
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Reply #76 posted 02/20/02 7:46am

KFUNK

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In2 the light.....Peace and positivity....Mattie is in a far better place....Love & Prayers 2 her family.....
We need 2 come 2gether, come 2gether as ONE
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Reply #77 posted 02/20/02 7:47am

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My deepest condolences to all of her family. May God rest her soul. cry
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Reply #78 posted 02/20/02 7:51am

Datruth

Keep N mind ur belief in the resurrection !!!
Psalms 55:22
Much Love
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Reply #79 posted 02/20/02 7:53am

Rudy

very sorry for your loss, our friend
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Reply #80 posted 02/20/02 8:14am

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Pray!
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Reply #81 posted 02/20/02 8:16am

lolinex

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I know how it feels to lose a mother. At first it's extremely hard, but one thing is for sure....she is always there for you. When your down she makes sure she shows her presence. Be strong and remember that your loved by many people and your in our prayers.

God bless you and your family.

Lolinex
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Reply #82 posted 02/20/02 8:16am

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"4ever in lyfe"
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Reply #83 posted 02/20/02 8:35am

InfinitiesHeav
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~Dance of life or dance of death,
Know that these come from Me, and rejoice.
What more dost thou want, than that thou hast Me?~
Paramahansa Yogananda

Mattie's life reflects her heart. She gave unselfishly of herself 2 help children. Rejoice in the life she led and that she is now Home with her Father. Much love and many prayers to the family of Mattie Baker.
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Reply #84 posted 02/20/02 8:36am

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I'd like to offer my condolences and this from john 11:26

"And whosoever liveth and beliveth in me shall never die..."
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Reply #85 posted 02/20/02 8:37am

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sad Prince, I am truly saddened at learning the news of your mother's passing. Only 6 months between your parent's passing, but they are in a better place and just know that you have all the love and support of not only myself, but of all your loyals FAMS....we love you so very much, and I will continue to keep your and your family in my prayers. May God bless you! Sending much love.....MS.MARIE
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Reply #86 posted 02/20/02 8:41am

volkan777

sad
I wish her Heaven.....!

God bless the Fonkeee1<+0

Peace
Volkan<+0
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Reply #87 posted 02/20/02 8:45am

SweeTea

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Dear Prince,

Tears are a great therapy -- let them flow freely. DWELL DEEP in the memories of all the good times you've shared. More tears. Then, REJOICE that she has stepped up to a higher level of existence. Prince my Sundiata!!
"Use this tool to control the masses w/guaranteed success: Divide/Conquer =>No Communication cuz we are Divided =>Misunderstanding cuz we don't Communicate =>We can't Agree we only Misunderstand =>Chaos cuz we can't Agree. Chaos-an evil tool indeed!"
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Reply #88 posted 02/20/02 9:22am

klhk

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why is everyone dying?
Haters travel in packs and they are offended or threatened by klhk, haters express intense hostility toward the subject of hate. Haters are annoyed and roll thier eyes when klhk is paid a compliment. ask yourself, are u a hater?
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Reply #89 posted 02/20/02 9:27am

Handclapsfinga
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klhk said:

why is everyone dying?
such nastiness....wilted
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